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Question: Is Niamh a male or female name!?
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Best Answer - Chosen by Asker:
Female!.

Niamh "nee + iv"
or
"neev" Neave
Niav niamh "radiance, lustre, brightness!." The daughter of the sea god Manannan she was known as "Niamh of the Golden Hair," a beautiful princess riding on a white horse!. She fell in love with Fionn's son Oisin (read the legend of Niamh and Oisin) and lived with him in Tir-na-nOg ("Land of the Young") (read the legend) where 300 years passed in what seemed like three weeks!.
In 2003 it was the eleventh most popular baby girl's name in Ireland!. Www@QuestionHome@Com

Origin and Meaning of the Name Niamh Report incorrect name info
Gender:
Girl



Origin:
Gaelic




Meaning:
Radiance; brightness




Pronunciation:
(neev) [Guide]



Form of:
Itself (Niamh)
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